Black & Decker BEMWH551 User manual

Brand: Black & Decker

Model: BEMWH551

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: User manual

Black & Decker BEMWH551 is an electric hover mower designed for mowing grass. It features a powerful motor, adjustable cutting height, and a large grass collector for efficient mowing. The hover design allows for easy maneuvering and cutting around obstacles, making it suitable for various lawn shapes and sizes. Its safety features include a bail bar to stop the motor and blade quickly, as well as guards and protective devices to prevent injuries. The BEMWH551 is ideal for homeowners seeking a reliable and user-friendly mower for their lawn care needs.

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Intended use

Your BLACK+DECKER BEMWH551 Hover mower has been

designed for mowing grass. This appliance is intended for

consumer use only.

Safety instructions

Warning! When using mains-powered

appliances, basic safety precautions,

including the following, should always be

followed to reduce the risk of re, electric

shock and personal injury.

u Read all of this manual carefully before

using the appliance.

u The intended use is described in this

manual.

The use of any accessory or

attachment or the performance of any

operation with this appliance other

than those recommended in this

instruction manual may present a risk

of personal injury.

u Retain this manual for future

reference.

Training

u Read the instructions carefully. Be

familiar with the controls and the

proper use of the appliance.

u Never allow children or people

unfamiliar with these instructions to

use the machine. Local regulations

can restrict the age of the operator.

u Never operate the machine while

people, especially children, or pets are

nearby.

u Keep in mind that the operator or user

is responsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people or their

property.

Preparation

u While operating the machine always

wear substantial footwear and long

trousers.

Do not operate the machine when

barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Avoid wearing clothing that is loose

tting or that has hanging cords or ties.

u Thoroughly inspect the area where the

machine is to be used and remove all

objects which can be thrown by the

machine.

u Before using, always visually inspect

to see that the blade, blade bolt and

the blade assembly are not worn or

damaged. Replace worn or damaged

components in sets to preserve

balance. Replace damaged or

unreadable labels.

u Before use check the supply and

extension cord for signs of damage or

aging.

If the cord becomes damaged

during use, disconnect the cord

from the supply immediately. DO

NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE

DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.

Do not use the machine if the cord is

damaged or worn.

u Wear safety glasses or goggles when

operating this tool.

Use a face or dust mask whenever

the operations take place in dusty

surroundings. Hearing protection

should be worn whenever the sound

level seems uncomfortable.

u Guard against electric shock.

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Prevent body contact with earthed or

grounded surfaces (e.g. metal railings,

lampposts, etc.).

Operation

u Never operate the appliance with

defective guards or shields, or without

safety devices, for example deectors

and/or grass catchers, in place.

u Only use the appliance in daylight or

good articial light.

u Do not expose the appliance to rain.

Do not use the appliance in damp or

wet conditions. Preferably do not use

the appliance in wet grass.

u Be sure of your footing, particularly on

slopes. Be aware that freshly cut grass

is damp and slippery. Do not work on

steep slopes.

u Work across the face of slopes, never

up and down. Take extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

u Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

u Walk, never run when using the

appliance. Do not pull the appliance

towards you or walk backwards when

using the appliance.

u Switch on the appliance according to

instructions and with your feet well

away from the blade.

u Do not start the machine when

standing in front of the discharge

opening.

u Do not tilt appliance when switching it

on, except if the appliance has to be

tilted for starting.

In that case, do not tilt the appliance

more than absolutely necessary and

lift only the part that is away from the

operator. Always ensure that both

hands are in the operating position

before returning the appliance to the

ground.

u Switch off the appliance and wait for

the blade assembly to stop running

if the appliance has to be tilted

for transportation when crossing

surfaces other than grass, and when

transporting the appliance to and from

the area to be mowed.

u Do not lift or carry the appliance until

the blade has come to a complete

standstill.

u Keep your hands and feet well away

from the blade.

u Do not put your hands or feet near or

under rotating parts.

u Keep away from discharge openings at

all times.

u Switch off, remove the plug from

the socket and ensure that moving

parts have stopped rotating before

leaving the appliance unattended

and before changing, cleaning or

inspecting any parts of the appliance

or clearing a blockage. After striking

a foreign object. Inspect the machine

for damage and make repairs before

restarting and operating the machine;

u If the appliance starts to vibrate

abnormally or if you hit a foreign

object, switch the appliance off and

remove the plug from the socket.

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Check for any damage to the

appliance, replace or repair any

damaged parts, check for and tighten

any loose parts.

u Take care to keep the mains cable

away from the blade. Always be aware

of the position of the cable.

u The motor will continue to run for a few

seconds after switching the appliance

off. Never attempt to force the blade to

come to a standstill.

Maintenance and storage

u Before use, check the appliance for

damaged or defective parts. Check for

misalignment and seizure of moving

parts, breakage of parts, damage

to guards and switches and any

other conditions that may affect its

operation. Ensure that the appliance

will operate properly and perform

its intended function. Never use

the appliance when any guard or

enclosure is damaged or not in place.

Do not use the appliance if any part is

damaged or defective. Do not use the

appliance if the switch does not turn it

on and off.

Have any damaged or defective parts

repaired or replaced by an authorised

repair agent.

u Check the cable frequently for

damage. If the cable is damaged, it

must be replaced by an authorised

repair agent in order to prevent a

hazard. Inspect extension cables

periodically. Replace a damaged

extension cable immediately.

u Keep all nuts, bolts and screws on

the appliance tight to ensure a safe

working condition.

u Check the grass collector for wear or

damage and replace it if necessary.

Never use the appliance without the

grass collector.

u Be careful during adjustment of the

machine to prevent entrapment of the

ngers between moving blades and

xed parts of the machine.

u When servicing the blades be aware

that, even though the power source is

switched off, the blades can still be

moved.

u When not in use, the appliance should

be stored in a dry place. Children

should not have access to stored

appliances.

u Always allow the machine to cool

down before storing.

u Ensure that only replacement cutting

means of the right type are used.

u Use only BLACK+DECKER

recommended spare parts and

accessories.

Additional safety instructions for

Hover mowers

u Always use an approved extension

cable suitable for the power input of

this tool (see technical data). The

extension cable must be suitable for

outdoor use and marked accordingly.

Up to 30 m of 1.5 mm2 HO5VV-F

extension cable can be used without

loss of product performance.

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Before use, inspect the extension

cable for signs of damage, wear and

ageing. Replace the extension cable

if damaged or defective. When using

a cable reel, always unwind the cable

completely.

u Do not transport the machine while the

power source is running

u Firmly grip handle with both hands

when operating the hover mower.

u If at any time it is felt necessary to tilt

the hover mower, make sure that both

hands remain in the operating position

while the hover mower is tilted. Keep

both hands in the operating position

until the hover mower is returned to

rest correctly on the ground.

u Never wear radio or music

headphones while operating the hover

mower.

u Never attempt to make a wheel height

adjustment while the motor is running

or while the safety key is in the switch

housing.

u If the hover mower stalls, turn mower

off, wait for blade to stop, before

attempting to unclog the chute or

remove anything from under the deck.

u Keep hands and feet away from

cutting area.

u Keep blades sharp.

Always use protective gloves when

handling the hover mower blade.

u If you are using the grass collector,

check it frequently for wear and

deterioration. If excessively worn,

replace with a new grass collector for

your safety.

u Use extreme caution when reversing

or pulling the hover mower towards

you.

u Do not put hands or feet near or under

the hover mower.

Keep clear of the discharger opening

at all times.

u Clear the area where the hover mower

is to be used of objects such as rocks,

sticks, wire, toys, bones etc., which

could be thrown by the blade.

Objects struck by the blade can cause

severe injury to persons. Stay behind

the handle when the motor is running.

u Do not operate the hover mower

barefooted or while wearing sandals.

Always wear substantial footwear.

u Do not pull hover mower backward

unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and

while moving backward.

u Never direct discharged material

toward anyone. Avoid discharging

material against a wall or obstruction.

Material may ricochet back toward the

operator. Release the start handle to

turn the hover mower off and stop the

blade when crossing gravel surfaces.

u Do not operate the hover mower

without the entire grass collector,

discharge guard, rear guard, or other

safety protective devices in place and

working. Periodically check all guards

and safety protective devices to

ensure they are in good working order

and will operate properly and perform

their intended function.

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Replace a damaged guard or other

safety device before further use.

u Never leave a running hover mower

unattended.

u Always release the bail bar to stop the

motor and wait until the blade comes

to a complete stop before cleaning the

hover mower, removing the grass bag,

unclogging the discharge guard, when

leaving the hover mower, or before

making any adjustments, repairs or

inspections.

u Operate hover mower only in daylight

or good articial light when objects in

the path of the blade are clearly visible

from the operating area of the hover

mower.

u Do not operate the hover mower while

under the inuence of alcohol or drugs,

or when your are tired or ill. Always

stay alert, watch what you are doing,

and use common sense.

u Avoid dangerous environments.

Never operate the hover mower in

damp or wet grass, never use hover

mower in the rain. Always be sure of

your footing, walk, never run.

u If the hover mower should start to

vibrate abnormally, release the on/off

switch, wait for the blade to stop and

then check for the cause immediately.

Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble, see the troubleshooting guide

for advise in the case of abnormal

vibration.

u Always wear proper eye and

respiratory protection when operating

the hover mower.

u The use of any accessory or

attachment not recommended for

use with this hover mower could be

hazardous. Only use accessories

approved by BLACK+DECKER.

u Never overreach while operating the

hover mower. Always be sure to keep

proper footing and balance at all times

while operating the hover mower.

u Mow across the face of slopes, never

up and down. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on

slopes.

u Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks or

other hidden objects. Uneven terrain

could cause a slip and fall accident.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

u Do not mow on wet grass or

excessively steep slopes. Poor footing

could cause a slip and fall accident.

u Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments.

You could lose your footing or balance.

u Always allow the mower to cool down

before storing.

Pull the plug from the socket and pull

the battery pack from the machine. Make

sure that all moving parts have come to a

complete stop:

u Whenever you leave the machine;

u Before clearing a blockage;

u Before checking, cleaning or working

on the appliance.

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Vibration

The declared vibration emission values

stated in the technical data and the

declaration of conformity have been

measured in accordance with a standard

test method provided by EN50636 and

may be used for comparing one tool with

another. The declared vibration emission

value may also be used in a preliminary

assessment of exposure.

Warning! The vibration emission value

during actual use of the power tool can

differ from the declared value depending

on the ways in which the tool is used.

The vibration level may increase above

the level stated. When assessing vibra-

tion exposure to determine safety meas-

ures required by 2002/44/EC to protect

persons regularly using power tools in

employment, an estimation of vibration

exposure should consider, the actual

conditions of use and the way the tool is

used, including taking account of all parts

of the operating cycle such as the times

when the tool is switched off and when

it is running idle in addition to the trigger

time.Do not operate the tool if the vibra-

tion registers as abnormal.

Safety of others

u This appliance is not intended for use

by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience

and knowledge, unless they have

been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

u Children must be supervised to

ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

u After striking a foreign object. Inspect

the appliance for damage and make

repairs as necessary.

Residual risks

Additional residual risks may arise when

using the tool which may not be included

in the enclosed safety warnings. These

risks can arise from misuse, prolonged

use etc. Even with the application of

the relevant safety regulations and the

implementation of safety devices, certain

residual risks can not be avoided. These

include:

u Injuries caused by touching any

moving parts.

u Injuries caused by touching any hot

parts.

u Injuries caused when changing any

parts or accessories.

u Injuries caused by prolonged use of

the appliance.

When using any appliance for

prolonged periods ensure you take

regular breaks.

u Impairment of hearing.

u Health hazards caused by breathing

dust developed when using your

tool (example:- working with wood,

especially oak, beech and MDF.)

u If operating the mower in a damp

location is unavoidable, use a residual

current device (RCD) with a tripping

current of not more than 30 mA.

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Use of an RCD reduces the risk of

electric shock.

u Never pick up or carry an appliance

while the motor is running.

Warning symbols

The following warning symbols are found

on the appliance along with the date

code:

Warning! Read the manual prior

to operation.

Wear safety glasses or goggles

when operating this appliance.

Wear suitable ear protectors

when operating this appliance.

Do not expose the appliance to

rain or high humidity.

Always remove the plug from

the socket before cleaning or

maintenance. Be careful not to

use your appliance if the cable is

damaged.

Disconnect the mains plug if

the cord becomes damaged or

entangled.

Beware of ying objects. Keep

bystanders away from the

cutting area.

Keep the cable away from the

cutting blades.

The blades will continue to

rotate after the machine is

switched off. Wait until all

parts are stationary before

touching them.

Keep bystanders,

especially children and pets

at a distance of greater

than 6m

Avoid injury, do not place

hands or feet near

the rotating blade

Directive 2000/14/EC

guaranteed sound power.

Electrical safety

Warning! This tool is double

insulated; therefore no earth wire

is required.

Always check that the power supply

corresponds to the voltage on the rating

plate.

u If the supply cord is damaged, it must

be replaced by the manufacturer or an

authorised BLACK+DECKER Service

Centre in order to avoid a hazard.

u Electric safety can be further improved

by using a high sensitivity 30 mA

Residual Current Device (RCD).

Features

This appliance includes some or all of the following features.

1. Upper handle

2. Motor on/off grip

3. Power button

4. Cable tidy

4a. Cable retention clips

5. Upper handle latch

360˚

6m / 20ft

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6. Lower handle

7. Motor cover

8. Lower handle latch

9. Blade bolt spanner

Assembly

Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the appliance is

switched off and unplugged.

Attaching the lower handle to the main body

(Fig. A)

u Align the holes on the lower handle (6) with the holes on

the main body (8a).

Insert the lower handle latch (8) and push until secure as

shown in gure A.

Attaching the upper handle to the lower handle

(Fig. B)

u Align the holes on the lower handle (6) with the

corresponding holes on the upper handle (1).

u Insert the screw (5b) through both handles and t the

washer (5a).

u Place the upper handle latch (5) onto the screw (5b) and

tighten until secure as shown in gure B.

Note: The upper handle can be attached to the lower handle

with the upper handle latch (5) located either on the outside or

the inside, depending on personal preference.

Before starting

u Before use, check that the mower is in good

working order.

u Ensure the power button is in the off position and

disconnect the cable plug from the mains supply.

u Examine the general condition of the mower.

Inspect the body underneath the deck, blade,

switch, power cord and extension cord (if used).

u Check for loose screws, misalignment, binding

of moving parts, improper mounting, broken

parts and any other condition that may affect

its safe operation.

u If abnormal noise or vibration occurs during operation,

turn the mower off immediately and have the problem

corrected. Do not use a damaged tool and attach a label

“DO NOT USE” to the tool. Ensure that you are on a at

surface and have secure footing. Check that the

latches (5, 8) are securely tightened.

Switching on and off (Fig. C, D)

Note: Practise switching on and switching off the mower as

detailed below before using it to cut grass for the rst time.

Start the mower on a hard, level surface (such as a driveway)

that is free of debris. Connect the power cordset to the power

point.

u Squeeze the motor on/off grip (2) towards the upper

handle (1) and use the other hand to press the power

button (3) as shown in gure C. The power button remains

depressed as long as the pressure is maintained on the

motor on/off grip (2).

u Transfer the other hand to the upper handle (1). As

the motor picks up speed, the mower lifts on a cushion

of air, making it very light to handle and extremely

manoeuvrable. To stop the motor, release pressure on the

motor on/off grip (2) until the power button (3) clicks off.

The mower sinks to the ground. The motor is not

started if pressure is re-applied to the motor on/off grip (2)

alone. It is necessary to squeeze the motor on/off grip (2)

and re-press the power button (3) to re-start the motor.

Emergency stop

u To stop the motor in an emergency, simply release the

pressure on the motor on/off grip.

u Keep your hands on the upper handle in order to control

the mower as it sinks to the ground.

u Allow the motor to stop completely before releasing

control of the handle.

Changing the mower blades (Fig. E, F)

Warning! Never carry out any assembly operations or

adjustments with the power connected to the mower. Always

ensure that the power button is in the off position and that the

power plug is disconnected from the supply.

Periodically check the blades (11) for damage and balance.

If there are broken ends or other damage or the two blades

are out of balance they must both be replaced.

With the power button (3) in the off position and the power

plug removed from the supply, turn the mower on its back as

shown in gure E.

u Unclip the old blades (11) from the pins (12) and replace

them with new ones.

u Return the mower to the upright position.

u Reconnect the power cable to the supply and run the

mower for a few minutes to check that the blades are

properly tted and that there is no undue noise or

vibration.

u Use only blades as recommended by the manufacturer.

To change from a 28mm to a 38mm cut (Fig.G, H, I)

u Use the blade bolt spanner (9) to remove the blade bolt

(9a).

u Remove the blade holder disc (10) and replace it the other

way around.

u Remove the blades (11) from their anchor pins (12) on the

underside of the blade holder disc (10).

u Replace the blades on the anchor pins on the upper side

of the blade holder disc (10).

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Warning! Do not set the cutting height too low, especially at

the beginning of the mowing season. Cutting the grass too low

will discourage its growth and allow weed proliferation. You

will achieve a far better lawn by cutting it less short and

mowing more often.

Mowing (g. J1 & J2)

We recommend to use your mower as outlined in this section

in order to achieve optimum results and to reduce the risk of

cutting the mains cable.

u Place the bulk of the mains cable on the lawn, close to the

starting point (position 1 in g. J1).

u Switch the appliance on as described above.

u Proceed as shown in g. J1

u Move from position 1 to position 2.

u Turn right and proceed towards position 3.

u Turn left and move towards position 4.

u Repeat the above procedure as required.

Warning! Do not work towards the cable as shown in g. J2.

Note: Use the cable retention clips (4a) to secure the cord

running from the deck to the on switch neatly to the handle

assembly, as shown in gure K.

Cleaning

Turn the mower off and let the blade come to a stop. Use only

mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the mower. Clean out any

clippings which may have accumulated on the underside of

the deck. After several uses, check all exposed fasteners for

tightness.

Preventing corrosion

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which

greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you mow in areas

where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the mower

should be cleaned immediately afterward as follows:

Turn the mower off and unplug mower. Wipe all exposed parts

with a damp cloth.

Maintenance

Your BLACK+DECKER corded/cordless appliance/tool has

been designed to operate over a long period of time with a

minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation

depends upon proper tool/appliance care and regular

cleaning.

Warning! Before performing any maintenance on corded/

cordless power tools:

u Switch off and unplug the appliance/tool.

u Or run the battery down completely if it is integral and then

switch off.

u Unplug the charger before cleaning it. Your charger does

not require any maintenance apart from regular cleaning.

u Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool/appliance

and charger using a soft brush or dry cloth.

u Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do

not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner.

u Regularly use a blunt scraper to remove grass and dirt

from the underneath of the guard.

Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)

If a new mains plug needs to be tted:

u Safely dispose of the old plug.

u Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the new

plug.

u Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.

Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth terminal.

Follow the tting instructions supplied with good quality plugs.

Recommended fuse: 5 A.

Protecting the environment

Separate collection. Products and batteries

marked with this symbol must not be disposed of

with normal household waste.

Products and batteries contain materials that can be

recovered or recycled, reducing demand for raw materials.

Please recycle electrical products and batteries according to

local provisions. Further information is available at

www.2helpU.com

Technical data

BEMWH551

Voltage

230

Power inpurt

W 1200

No-Load speed

min

-1

6500

Weight Kg

5.5

Hand/arm weighted vibration value:

= ah <2.5 m/s

, uncertainty (K) = 1.5 m/s

Sound pressure level at the operator's ear:

: 84,0 dB(A); K= 2,5 dB(A)

Sound power level L

: 95 dB(A); K= 1.0 dB(A)

EC declaration of conformity

MACHINERY DIRECTIVE

OUTDOOR NOISE DIRECTIVE

BEMWH551 Hover mower

Black & Decker declares that these products described under

"technical data" are in compliance with:

2006/42/EC, EN 60335-1:2012 + A11:2014,

EN 50636-2-91:2014

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2000/14/EC, Hover Mower, L < 50cm, Annex VI,

DEKRA Certication B.V. Meander 1051 / P.O. Box 5185

6825 MJ ARNHEM / 6802 ED ARNHEM Netherlands.

Level of accoustic power according to 2000/14/EC (Article 12,

Annex III, L< 50cm):

measured sound power level L

: 95 dB(A); K= 1.0 dB(A).

guaranteed sound power level L

: 96 dB(A).

These products also comply with directive 2014/30/EU,

2011/65/EU.

For more information, please contact Black & Decker at the

following address or refer to the back of the manual.

The undersigned is responsible for compilation of the technical

le and makes this declaration on behalf of Black & Decker.

R. Laverick

Director of Engineering

Black & Decker Europe, 210 Bath Road, Slough,

Berkshire, SL1 3YD

United Kingdom

30/08/2018

Guarantee

Black & Decker is condent of the quality of its products

and offers consumers a 24 month guarantee from the date

of purchase. This guarantee is in addition to and in no way

prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within

the territories of the Member States of the European Union

and the European Free Trade Area.

To claim on the guarantee, the claim must be in accordance

with Black & Decker Terms and Conditions and you will need

to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised

repair agent. Terms and conditions of the Black & Decker 2

year guarantee and the location of your nearest authorised

repair agent can be obtained on the Internet at www.2helpU.

com, or by contacting your local Black & Decker ofce at the

address indicated in this manual.

Please visit our website www.blackanddecker.co.uk to register

your new Black & Decker product and receive updates on new

products and special offers.

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N604764 REV-0

09/2018

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Model: BEMWH551

Category: Lawnmowers

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